The FERRARI Seller Wanted a Quick Sale. The Buyer Wanted an Inspection

They booked because they felt pressured by the seller and wanted independent information before committing.

Published

04 Sep 2026

Customer

Tanveer Q.

Vehicle inspected

FERRARI CALIFORNIA 2 PLUS 2 S-A 2011
The FERRARI Seller Wanted a Quick Sale. The Buyer Wanted an Inspection
The buyer's story

Why they booked

The FERRARI looked like a suitable car, but the seller was pushing for a quick decision. They said other buyers were interested and that the car might not be available for long.

Tanveer Q. did not want to be rushed. A quick sale can be genuine, but pressure can also lead buyers to skip important checks. Instead of paying a deposit immediately, Tanveer Q. booked a Standard inspection.

This allowed Tanveer Q. to slow the process down and make the decision based on the car condition.

Booking reason

They booked because they felt pressured by the seller and wanted independent information before committing.

Independent assessment

Inspection findings

First impression of vehicle and everything was positive going through age related warms started to come out. Vehicle priced actually not very cheaply compare to similar vehicles the way seller said.

Prior to carrying out a road test under bonnet fluid levels were checked and found to be correct, at this point the vehicle was started with no permanent warning lights displayed on the driver’s information panel, with the vehicle started readily from cold. Required jump start battery flat ⚠️


The road test was carried out at speeds of up to 70mph, in mixed road and traffic conditions.


During the road test the pay attention to the performance of the engine and transmission with the engine and transmission performance be considered in line with a similar vehicle the same make and model the similar mileage.


Throughout the course of the road test the vehicle handled and performed in a good manner, steered the chosen path of travel correctly and was free from any abnormal noise or vibration.


During the road test there was no evidence of any excessive smoke from the exhaust, undue audible noises from the transmission and no evidence of overheating.


With final checks revealing no evidence of coolant leaks in and around the engine bay, or evidence of major oil leakage around the engine bay and or on the underside of the vehicle.



Overall conclusion vehicle is in very very average condition for the age and mileage. List of advisories and repairs ⚠️⚠️⚠️

Vehicle aesthetic is good to average the age with some previous bodyworks carried out considered not satisfactory finish.

Vehicle interior is in average condition. Full valet is recommended before collection.


Good service history.


Advised call previous service provider to see if the vehicle has any records.


Prior to purchase, consideration must be given to the collective cost involved in the rectification of the desirable items listed within the report.These items should be reflected in the purchase price of the vehicle or rectified before purchase.

See my attached audio feedback.

Please call me back once you have reviewed all report in detail.



Expect vehicle may have previous insurance bodywork repairs carried such or end of lease resprays for improvements or seller improvements work which considered can be acceptable and not checked on this inspection package.
Vehicle had previous bodywork repairs.


I would reconsider purchasing this vehicle unless price reduction is arranged.
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First impression of vehicle and everything was positive going through age related warms started to come out. Vehicle priced actually not very cheaply compare to similar vehicles the way seller said.

Prior to carrying out a road test under bonnet fluid levels were checked and found to be correct, at this point the vehicle was started with no permanent warning lights displayed on the driver’s information panel, with the vehicle started readily from cold. Required jump start battery flat ⚠️


The road test was carried out at speeds of up to 70mph, in mixed road and traffic conditions.


During the road test the pay attention to the performance of the engine and transmission with the engine and transmission performance be considered in line with a similar vehicle the same make and model the similar mileage.


Throughout the course of the road test the vehicle handled and performed in a good manner, steered the chosen path of travel correctly and was free from any abnormal noise or vibration.


During the road test there was no evidence of any excessive smoke from the exhaust, undue audible noises from the transmission and no evidence of overheating.


With final checks revealing no evidence of coolant leaks in and around the engine bay, or evidence of major oil leakage around the engine bay and or on the underside of the vehicle.



Overall conclusion vehicle is in very very average condition for the age and mileage. List of advisories and repairs ⚠️⚠️⚠️

Vehicle aesthetic is good to average the age with some previous bodyworks carried out considered not satisfactory finish.

Vehicle interior is in average condition. Full valet is recommended before collection.


Good service history.


Advised call previous service provider to see if the vehicle has any records.


Prior to purchase, consideration must be given to the collective cost involved in the rectification of the desirable items listed within the report.These items should be reflected in the purchase price of the vehicle or rectified before purchase.

See my attached audio feedback.

Please call me back once you have reviewed all report in detail.



Expect vehicle may have previous insurance bodywork repairs carried such or end of lease resprays for improvements or seller improvements work which considered can be acceptable and not checked on this inspection package.
Vehicle had previous bodywork repairs.


I would reconsider purchasing this vehicle unless price reduction is arranged.
Condition and costs

Poor findings and repair costs

Poor condition findings

Interior / Luggage Compartment

Dash panel condition

Above speedo leather upholstery vones off

Charging and starting system

Battery condition/security

Positive terminal was loose Battery 8v flat required jumo start before cold start

Charging and starting system £450

Battery test 12v

Charge retest 12v battery Possible battery drain

Charging and starting system £800

12v charging system operation

Alternator is charging faulty under full load engine hot

Front suspension / steering £1500

Shock absorbers (conditions/leaks)

Left side leaking Right side weeping

Rear suspension £1200

Suspension arms/fixings

Both lower arm bushes hub side has excessive play left side more affected

Body exterior £450

Key operation in door locks

One remote key immobilised chip issue One key only starts the car

After the inspection

The customer experience

Outcome

The inspection helped Tanveer Q. stay in control and avoid making a rushed decision.

A buyer reviewing a report beside a car
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